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Fruit and vegetable intake among Nigerian University students: patterns, preferences, and influencing factors

Sodipe O. Solaja; Olasunkanmi M. Bamiro; Matthew D. Ayeni; Glory Mohammed

Open Agriculture · 2025

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Summary

Abstract Adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables is globally recognized as a cornerstone of healthy living and a critical strategy for preventing micronutrient deficiencies and non-communicable diseases. Yet, among young adults, particularly university students in low and middle-income countries like Nigeria, dietary habits often fall short of recommended guidelines, raising public health concerns. This research, therefore, examined fruit and vegetable intake among Nigerian university students, specifically exploring patterns, preferences, and influencing factors of fruit and vegetable consumption. Using a stratified random sampling technique, 309 students aged 15–25 years were selected across various colleges in the study area. Data were collec

Source type
Peer-reviewed study
DOI
10.1515/opag-2025-0468
Catalogue ID
NRmo3d4gae-0cq
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